Summary
Satellite images show Russia's Pacific Fleet submarines in the Far East region, signaling military activity despite the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Russia is strengthening its fleet by adding nuclear-powered submarines, which President Putin considers vital for national security. The images reveal different types of submarines, some capable of carrying nuclear missiles.
Key Facts
- Satellite images captured Russian submarines in Bolshoy Kamen, near Vladivostok.
- The submarines include a Yasen-M-class, Borei-class, Oscar II-class, and Akula-class.
- The Borei-class submarine is capable of carrying nuclear missiles.
- In September, a Borei-class submarine moved from the Pacific Ocean toward Russia's mainland.
- The Pacific Fleet's submarine base in Rybachiy was damaged by a tsunami in July.
- President Putin aims to create a modern, powerful Russian Navy.
- The United States also has nuclear submarines in the Pacific, near East Asia and Hawaii.
- Japan is concerned about Russia's military activity close to its borders.
